Places And Travel
9 Stunning Small Towns In New Zealand
9 Stunning Small Towns In New Zealand, including Oban on Stewart Island, Manapouri near Doubtful Sound, Glenorchy, Hanmer Springs, Turangi, and Gisborne.
The Counties Named After People Who Never Existed
Six US counties carry the names of people who never lived, from a legendary gilded king to characters lifted out of 19th-century novels.
The National Parks With Waterfalls You Can Swim Under
Rangers ban swimming at most park waterfalls. At these five, from Great Smoky to the Virgin Islands, you can still slip into the pool beneath the falls.
10 Washington Towns With Unforgettable Main Streets
Ten unforgettable Washington main streets, with painted panels in Anacortes, a fossil dig in Republic and an 1889 saloon in Roslyn.
7 Tick Infested Areas In British Columbia
In 2025, residents across British Columbia photographed and logged more than 1,500 ticks through the provincial eTick program.
The Emptiest County In The Lower 48
There's a county in the contiguous United States which is so empty relative to its size, you might wander for days without encountering another person.
US Route 1: The Longest North-South Highway In America
US 1 stretches more than 2,500 miles from Fort Kent, Maine, to Key West, Florida, making it the longest north-south route in the US numbered highway system
8 Stress-Free Prairies Towns For A Weekend Retreat
Discover eight relaxing Prairie towns with lakes, spas, historic sites, scenic trails, and peaceful weekend escapes across Western Canada.
11 Nicest Small Towns In Texas
11 nicest small towns in Texas, from Fredericksburg wineries and Wimberley swimming holes to Marfa art and Port Aransas beaches.
These Small Towns in the Ozarks Come Alive in Summer
From spring-fed swimming holes and float trips to courthouse squares filled with festivals and outdoor music, these Ozark towns come into their own during the summer months.
9 Prettiest Main Streetscapes In The Rockies
Walk a Rocky Mountain main street with a peak at the end of the block. Nine towns from Telluride to Banff that locals kept beautifully whole.
8 Prettiest Main Streetscapes In The Adirondack Mountains
In the Adirondacks, some of the prettiest views are right on Main Street, where old storefronts, lakefront blocks, and mountain scenery collide.
12 Ideal Finger Lakes Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Plan a three-day Finger Lakes getaway with charming towns, scenic wineries, and waterfalls, plus historic sites and relaxing lakeside stays in 2026.
11 Mississippi Small Towns With Unmatched Friendliness
These friendly small towns in Mississippi are home to iconic towns such as the birthplace of Oprah Winfrey and Elvis Presley.
This United States Scenic Byway Is The Road Trip Of A Lifetime
A 220-mile road trip guide to Oregon's West Cascades Scenic Byway, with stops at waterfalls, hot springs, alpine lakes, and a covered bridge.
The State Parks With The Most Mountain Lion Sightings
They watch hikers who never spot them. Seven state parks with the hardest evidence of mountain lions, told with real numbers instead of scare tactics.
12 Ideal Georgia Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Georgia's small towns make for the most beautiful long weekend, filled with coastal views alongside historic forts, ferry rides, and more.
The 8 Can't-Miss Towns In West Virginia
Discover the best towns in West Virginia, where Civil War history, mountain scenery, and welcoming downtowns create unforgettable places to explore.
The Busiest Bridges In The United States
The Busiest Bridges In The United States are led by the George Washington, which carries as many as 300,000 vehicles a day across the Hudson River.
The State Parks That Charge Out-Of-State Visitors The Most
Montana charges out-of-state visitors five times the resident rate, and Baxter State Park is free to Maine plates only. Where the nonresident premium bites.
The Counties That Flood The Most
Dry desert country floods far more often than any coastline. Here are the 12 US counties FEMA ranks highest for inland flooding, and why they top it.
8 of the Friendliest Towns To Retire In Germany
8 of the Friendliest Towns To Retire In Germany, where multigenerational centers, senior cafés, and longstanding festivals make it easy to meet people.
Britain’s National Archives Mark 250 Years of American Independence
Britain's National Archives Mark 250 Years of American Independence with the war seen from the losing side, drawn from the paperwork Britain filed and kept.
2026's 9 Most Scenic Spain Towns
2026's 9 Most Scenic Spain Towns are Cudillero, Tossa de Mar, Deià, Úbeda, Cadaqués, Besalú, Hondarribia, Ronda, and La Orotava in the Canary Islands.
The Highest Railway In The World
The Qinghai-Tibet Railway climbs to 16,640 feet, higher than the summit of Mont Blanc. Inside the highest railway on Earth, its oxygen cabins and rivals.
5 Best Lakeside Towns in New South Wales
5 Best Lakeside Towns in New South Wales include Jindabyne, where a dam drowned the original township in 1967, and Toronto on the largest saltwater lake.
8 Best Natural Wonders To Visit In Victoria This Year
8 Best Natural Wonders To Visit In Victoria This Year span the Twelve Apostles, the Grampians, pink salt lakes, and towering Californian redwoods.
The Best Coastal State Parks In America
The Best Coastal State Parks In America stretch across the Atlantic, Pacific, and Gulf, offering beaches, dunes, tide pools, and historic landmarks.
7 Most Rattlesnake Infested Areas in the Colorado Plateau
Seven areas of the Colorado Plateau where rattlesnakes concentrate, and which species turn up in each park, canyon, and monument.
The Fastest-Growing Trees In American Forests
A few trees race skyward feet at a time. Here are the fastest growers in American forests, from cottonwoods and willows to redwoods and southern pines.
The State Parks Where You Can See Bald Eagles Nest
Visiting a state park that protects bald eagles is an excellent way to view their nests. So, here are the state parks where you can view a bald eagle nest.
The State Parks With Ancient Rock Art
See ancient petroglyphs and pictographs at these US state parks where trails and guided tours reveal enduring Indigenous rock art.
8 Underrated Destinations on the Pacific Coast to Avoid Summer Crowds
The Pacific Coast of North America offers diverse activities, stunning scenery, and hidden gems free from summer crowds and high prices.
Why Wolves Vanished From Eastern Forests
Why Wolves Vanished From Eastern Forests comes down to bounties, trapping, deforestation, and hybridization with coyotes that thinned the wild population.
5 Tick Infested Areas In Southern California
Hundreds of ticks turn up on these Southern California trails each year. Here are the wildland areas where the risk runs highest, and how to stay safe.
7 Best Cities To Retire In Alberta
Discover seven of Alberta’s best retirement cities, offering strong healthcare, seniors’ programs, recreation, and affordable living.
11 Quirkiest Gulf Coast Towns To Visit In 2026
Plan a Gulf Coast getaway through quirky towns with sandy beaches, historic landmarks, wildlife encounters and fresh seafood.
The Counties That Sit On A State Line
Border counties where the state line does real work: four-state corners, double national borders, and the counties that touch Washington, DC.
The Counties Where Almost Nobody Lives
The Counties Where Almost Nobody Lives include Loving County, Texas, home to just 52 people, and five others where residents number in the hundreds.
10 Most Walkable Town Centers In The Great Lakes
Walkable Great Lakes town centers where the shops, a pier, and a beach all sit within a few blocks, from Ontario harbors to Lake Erie villages.